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by geebee
Mon Jun 10, 2024 1:22 pm
Forum: Your Questions and Answers
Topic: Tropical business suit colors
Replies: 4
Views: 5782

Re: Tropical business suit colors

Concordia wrote:
Thu Jun 06, 2024 9:16 am
Depends on the local culture. My guess is that former British colonies might favor darker suits for work, but there is unlikely to be a single rule.
Thank you for your answer. I guess in the end it is up to me decide.
by geebee
Thu Jun 06, 2024 3:07 am
Forum: Your Questions and Answers
Topic: Tropical business suit colors
Replies: 4
Views: 5782

Tropical business suit colors

Gentlemen: I live in the Philippines. I would like to ask if it is a tasteful choice to wear a khaki suit to the office in the tropics? While the usual business suit colors are appropriate, the usual charcoal gray and other dark colors can seem a bit drab in the bright sunlight. It seems to me that ...
by geebee
Wed May 18, 2011 11:49 am
Forum: Your Questions and Answers
Topic: Flaps on patch pockets
Replies: 2
Views: 859

Re: Flaps on patch pockets

The one instance that comes to mind is for hunting jackets. If you will google for "norfolk jacket" some images should pop up.

I suppose there are other instances when it would be appropriate.
by geebee
Sat Jun 21, 2008 4:42 pm
Forum: Elegant Living
Topic: Tattoos
Replies: 38
Views: 10442

Personally, I've never liked tattoos. ome of the inks used are the same pigments that can be found in car paint. Unfortunately, not enough people seem to be aware that tattoos have certain risks.

http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-204.html
by geebee
Fri Apr 25, 2008 3:04 am
Forum: Elegant Living
Topic: Are shoes unhealthy?
Replies: 5
Views: 2370

Perhaps these are the solution?

http://www.vibramfivefingers.com/

GB
by geebee
Mon Jul 23, 2007 7:40 am
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: Barong Tagalog
Replies: 10
Views: 5131

I especially admire a Barong Tagalog made from Pina or Banana if left in natural shades. The one thing that I do not like is the wearing of a white "T" shirt under the Barong. I feel that doing so destroys the elegance and grace of the garment. Would it not be better to double face the front of the...
by geebee
Thu Jun 07, 2007 11:36 pm
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: Hats in Summer in Paris
Replies: 11
Views: 4253

Re: Hats

In my mind hats are not a fashion accessory but a practical necessity in the Winter to keep warm and in the Summmer to keep the sun away. Straw hats are informal daywear only as are linen caps, my own choice to keep the UVs away. A lightweight gray fedora is a good choice for Summer for all around ...
by geebee
Wed Apr 11, 2007 12:13 am
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: Wedding bands and men's style
Replies: 19
Views: 9133

A chap shouldn't have a wedding ring at all - although this flies in the face of convention in the US and parts of Europe. I found your statement intriguing and I came across this: http://weddings.about.com/cs/rings/a/mensrings.htm This is relief as I do not enjoy wearing jewelry. I am still a bach...
by geebee
Thu Mar 29, 2007 4:31 am
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: Colours for a linen suit
Replies: 8
Views: 4251

Since you want to use this for informal parties and receptions, I would have to agree on the pale blue. Navy would be a too safe and obvious choice.

GB
by geebee
Thu Mar 15, 2007 2:00 pm
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: Cotton suits?
Replies: 20
Views: 7683

Thank you for your replies. I would prefer to buy the fabric rather than a RTW garment. Seersucker would be a nice fabric for the heat and humidity of the Philippines. I did google for seersucker but all I could come up with were RTW garments rather than fabric.
by geebee
Tue Mar 13, 2007 10:55 pm
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: Cotton suits?
Replies: 20
Views: 7683

I like seersucker but would it be appropriate for business wear? And where can I get some by mail order?

Thanks

GB
by geebee
Tue Jan 23, 2007 3:58 am
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: Barong Tagalog
Replies: 10
Views: 5131

While I do not know the particulars of the Barong Tagalog, I imagine that it is colorful and different from our "black tie" in every conceivable way. While some hosts will certainly blush (if not blanche), consider your self encouraged to share your customs and respond to any suspicion that greets ...
by geebee
Sun Jan 21, 2007 11:26 pm
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: Barong Tagalog
Replies: 10
Views: 5131

Barong Tagalog

Gentlemen: I am Filipino and the formal wear in my country is called a Barong Tagalog. I am wondering if it would be appropriate for me to wear a barong to formal occasions in Europe and North America. I also wonder what the reaction would be of restaurants and other establishments that have a dress...
by geebee
Fri Nov 17, 2006 7:25 am
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: I entreat you: less expensive watches
Replies: 3
Views: 2057

If you want to spend even less than $500, I would suggest you look at the Seiko Superior watches. Some of them have automatic movements. With some care, you should be able to find an attractive watch. Does not have the snob appeal of the other brands though.